2002 Ferrari 360 vs. 1971 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2002 Ferrari 360 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Monaro weights approximately 40 kg more than 2002 Ferrari 360.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Monaro. (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari 360 | 1971 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | 360 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3573 cc | 4141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 356 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
